Tortellini tossed in a creamy tomato sauce with plenty of salty Parmesan cheese and wilted baby spinach. What Is Tortellini? Cheese tortellini is a type of stuffed pasta traditionally filled with a blend of cheeses such as ricotta, parmesan, and sometimes mozzarella. The pasta is folded into small ring shapes and cooks quickly, making it…
· These Instant Pot Chicken Tostadas are super easy to make and perfect for your next fiesta! Covered in a sweet and spicy chipotle apricot glaze and gooey melted cheese. This post is sponsored by Better Than Bouillon. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! I really love the combination of…
· Super moist and soft, these mini blueberry muffins are a delicious treat! Enjoy them for breakfast, a snack or even dessert topped with vanilla ice cream. I love blueberry muffins. Second to banana bread, they’re my favorite thing to make from scratch at home. When it comes to baking, I am definitely not…
· Crisp and sweet pears combine with tender baby spinach, Greek yogurt, and the zingy addition of juiced ginger. This Ginger Pear Smoothie is refreshing any time of the year! This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All opinions remain my own. Thanks for supporting Zen & Spice! Alright — the first recipe…
· Chewy peanut butter s’more cookies, topped with a toasty, melted marshmallow and drizzled with sweet chocolate. For any chocolate and peanut butter fan out there, these peanut butter s’more cookies are sure to please. I have a huge love of marshmallows. When I was a kid I used to take a giant bowl,…
· Looking for a veggie side dish to serve with your Thanksgiving turkey this year? Look no further than these Instant Pot carrots with honey herb butter glaze! These baby carrots cook in THREE minutes in the Instant Pot and are sauteed in fresh dill, thyme and butter. The clatter of pots and pans…
· Pumpkin swirl cheesecake bars with mini chocolate chips and a chocolate graham cracker crust. Sure to please a crowd any time of year, not just during Halloween! Every year around Halloween, I think about these pumpkin swirl cheesecake bars. Nothing looks more Halloween-themed than swirls of rich orange pumpkin and chocolate chips!…
· Tender gnocchi tossed with a French sauce made with bechamel, chicken stock and tomato puree with a deep, complex flavor. This Creamy Tomato Sauce tastes delicious with gnocchi and fresh vegetables! Are you ready for a French cooking lesson? In the culinary arts, the term “mother sauce” refers to any of one the five…
· Perfect for game day, these cheesy beef sheet pan nachos can feed a crowd. Tortilla chips topped with seasoned ground beef, corn, peppers, jalapenos and cheese and baked until crispy and melted. Topped with sour cream, avocado and cilantro. I’ve been seeing sheet pan nachos trending on Pinterest and decided it was about…
· Buffalo shoestring potatoes are the perfect appetizer for your next get together! Spiralized potatoes crisp up quickly in the oven. Happy Monday! I hope you had a wonderful weekend– we spent Saturday cleaning up the apartment then watching Texas Tech football. The temperatures were in the 70’s, so I felt like baking some…
· Kick off pumpkin season with a bang with Creamy Herbed Pumpkin Pasta! Tender noodles tossed with a creamy and cheesy pumpkin herb sauce. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmer’s Market. As always, all opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! The weather is getting cooler…
· Sweet and spicy pineapple salsa is the perfect companion for these grilled fish tacos! Hi, friends! My husband and I are currently overseas on a two-week long adventure in Ireland, Scotland and London. Follow our adventures over on Instagram! While we’re away, I’ve invited a few of my blogger friends to share recipes…
· Creamy parmesan orzo is the perfect addition to a weeknight meal! Orzo pasta shapes folded into a olive oil and flour roux along with shaved parmesan cheese. Good morning! Hope yall had a lovely weekend. I’m currently in Phoenix, AZ for SproutsFest! It’s a big event that Sprouts Farmer’s Market puts together for…
· Pearled couscous chicken, simmered in broth with mixed veggies. An easy, delicious dinner that can be ready in less than 15 minutes. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! Howdy friends! Hope you’re having a great week…
Super moist strawberry cupcakes topped with buttercream frosting made with real strawberries. These strawberry cupcakes are sure to be a hit at your next party! Twenty seven years ago on this day, my poor mother finally got relief from being pregnant in the 100+ degree weather of a Texas summer. I can’t imagine being pregnant…
Steel cut oats are full of fiber and flavor and can be cooked in ten minutes in the Instant Pot! Combine steel cut oats with honeycrisp apples, raisins and brown sugar for a filling breakfast. I haven’t posted a breakfast recipe in a while so I’m excited for this one! Steel cut oats are by…
Honeycrisp apples are crisp and juicy- perfect for baking. This oatmeal apple crisp comes together in under 45 minutes, and is a great dessert for large crowds! This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brand that make Zen & Spice possible! I don’t have too many…
Change up your dessert game this summer with grilled pineapple! This decedent dessert is light yet satisfying. Grilling the pineapple brings out the sweetness and caramelizes the fruit’s natural sugar. Topped with whip cream and a cherry! Summertime is the perfect time for grilled fruit! Have you ever had this delicious treat?! My two…
A whole-grain English muffin, topped with marinara sauce, fresh melted mozzarella and basil strips. Wake up for breakfast with this delicious Mozzarella & Basil Breakfast Pizza! Today I’m sharing a tasty breakfast recipe for Recipe Redux! Every month on the 22nd, our group of food bloggers are given a recipe challenge. Here’s this month’s challenge: …
Lean ground beef makes a healthy appearance in this delicious Mexican skillet dish! Ground beef is combined with fiber-rich brown rice, plenty of tomatoes, chilies and bell pepper. This cheesy skillet is sure to please any crowd! This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. Thanks for supporting brands that make Zen & Spice possible! …
Delicious panko crusted tilapia pan-fried in olive oil. Serve with seasonal fresh veggies and a grain such as couscous or rice. You probably have at least four out of five of the ingredients on hand already! Hi everyone! It’s the 22nd, which means it’s Recipe Redux day! As the first and only recipe challenge founded…
Chopped broccoli florets, shredded carrots and sweet onion simmered in a smooth and creamy cheese sauce. Tastes exactly like your favorite broccoli cheddar soup from Panera! Happy Monday everyone! I hope you had a fabulous weekend. On Saturday we went over to my brother and sister in law’s for dinner and to see our little…
Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple is sure to be a huge hit! Moist, tender chicken pieces are covered with a tangy sweet n’ sour sauce, paired with pineapple, brown rice and an Asian broccoli slaw. This post is sponsored by Sanderson Farms. All opinions are my own, thanks for supporting brands that…
Packed with crunchy veggies, ham, cheddar cheese and tossed with zesty Italian dressing, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit at your next picnic or barbecue. I originally shared this recipe in the summer of 2015. It’s an old family favorite! My mom used to make a double or triple batch of this pasta salad…